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Harambee Stars manager Benni McCarthy has revealed the key step he took to become one of Africa’s top coaches.
, Benni McCarthy revealed that he had to undertake some courses that would be vital for him as he looked to make an impact.
He explained that making it to the top and working with some of the biggest clubs like Manchester United required him to invest in his education first since nowadays, time served as a player does not matter that much.
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He explained that taking up the relevant coaching courses helped him learn how to handle a different kind of pressure. added that he had to gain the confidence to speak before players and the courses helped a lot in that.
The former Manchester United first-team coach explained that the courses were an eye-opener and gave him the necessary skills to know how to communicate with players and ensure they took in all the advice he gave.
“Having to speak in front of players, who are as good as you were, or even better, and convince them what you are trying to put across will make them even better… that’s a scary thought. I don’t think I would have survived without the training,” Benni McCarthy said in an interview with
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“It gave me the skill set on how to become more confident, to become a bit firmer, be able to speak out so that players can understand and buy into what you are saying. That’s what they teach you in these courses.”
Benni McCarthy at Manchester United
Benni McCarthy also went down memory on the two seasons he spent at Manchester United, revealing that working with some of the greats like Cristian Ronaldo was a dream come true.
He added that there was a lot to gain and he will
Benni McCarthy added that Harambee Stars players have so far shown him the support needed and they believe in his abilities to salvage them from their struggles.
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“We had a nice openness, and we pick each other’s brains, and we challenged each other. I felt that I could contribute,” McCarthy said.
“But it was an eye-opener because of the amount of work that goes into the job. The manager works countless hours.”
“I think Kenya is a sleeping giant in my eyes. I looked at the project and they are a country that has a lot of potential. Their conversations with me were that there was a lot of respect and admiration for me.
Benni McCarthy added that the players strongly believe that his having been to Europe is a good sign and he will take them to another level.
Benni McCarthy has already overseen two assignments with Harambee Stars, the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Harambee Stars played against the Gambia in an away match where they drew 2-2.
